1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1948 Simca 11
To start off, 1954 Fiat 1400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 11 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Simca 11 (60 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Simca 11 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1948 Simca 11.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1948 Simca 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 1400 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2250 mm |
